Operations Manager - Construction

Overview We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager on behalf of a multi-disciplinary construction, refurb and fit-out contractor based in West Yorkshire. The company operate within the Industrial, Commercial and Retails sectors and manage contracts up to £10 million in value. Role Description • Support, mentor and manage the contracts and Site teams. • Work closely and promote close working relationships between Contracts, Site Staff and all other departments and Business Units. • Manage Contracts staff to ensure Company policies and procedures are being adhered to/ • Manage updates and ensure workload tracker is maintained. • Compile contract projects information from the Contracts Team and site documents for presenting to the Unit Manager and ensure consistency of reports. • Advise and assist the Business Unit Manager on budgetary matters relating to the contracts department. • Visit live projects to maintain contact with Site Teams and provide support and guidance • Liaise with Clients and Design Teams as appropriate/where necessary • Assist Procurement and SCM’s in the development of sub contract supply chain. • Identify and authorise equipment needs. • Assist in the development of procedures/processes where applicable to support Contracts and Site teams in the delivery of projects. • Manages the allocation of projects to Contracts and Site Teams. • Ensure unallocated resource costs are recorded correctly. • Establish the requirement for additional resource and recruit where appropriate within the constraints of the business budgets. • Liaising with the Business Unit Director and HR on people related matters where appropriate. Responsibility for the implementation of Company HR policies and procedures. • Development of structure and cohesion of Contracts Department. Skills & Attributes • Demonstrable evidence of experience of a similar management role based within contracts/project management. • Demonstrable ability to present and manage project plans. • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of construction industry. Understanding of issues such as building regulations and planning. • Understanding of financial management controls. • Experience in a customer facing role, with a proven track record of building client relationships. • Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety and Environmental safety requirements. • Fully computer literate with advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office packages. • Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS). • Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Black Card. • Asbestos Awareness. • Full driving license. • NVQ level 6 or equivalent in construction or construction related activity. • Knowledge and experience of working with Microsoft Project software. Desirable • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) membership. • Evidence of CPD participation